Its true that there are differences between the king james bible and the niv new international version bible, but parts of this rumor are misleading or disputed. Apostle paul heres a dirty little detail that you probably didnt know about and the bible publishers. The king james bible teaches that gods words are very pure, as silver tried in a furnace of earth. The king was born during the time of the reformation and well knew poperys atrocities. It changed 64,000 words, ruined valuable verses, and when not agreeing with the king james bible, it has instead copied the perverted niv, nasv or rsv. James charles stuart was crowned king james vi of scotland at the age of thirteen months after his mother, mary queen of scots, was forced to abdicate on july 24, 1567. They all claim that the king james bible is too archaic. What is wrong with the nkjv new king james version. The best example of very easy prose about 20 affixes per 100 words is. Why should i read the oldfashioned king james version and not the helpful new king james version. The new king james bible is a fraudulent counterfeit of the kjv. The macarthur study bible new king james version nkjv.
The precious 1611 inspired king james bible for the word of god is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. In 1536, popery burned william tyndale to death for distributing the bible and it was much displeased with king james authorization of a bible in english see translators notes. I favor the nkjv since it brings out the differences between the different nt manuscripts. Begin reading gods word adfree with instant access to your new online study library. John macarthur has compiled more than 20,000 study notes, a 200page topical index, and numerous charts, maps, outlines, and articles to create the macarthur study bible. Jul 06, 2015 the new king james bible is a fraudulent counterfeit of the kjv. The editors and translators of the nkjv claim that they are standing in the tradition of the men who originally produced the authorized version and who slightly revised it in the 18th century, that they are only updating outmoded language and that they remain firmly committed to precisely the. Take notes online, highlight verses and save notes. The new king james bible is a revision of the 1611 king james version as revised in 1769, which is the version in general usage today.
Jan 08, 2015 the new king james version nkjv is a deception. The church of god, a worldwide association, uses the new king james version in our literature, unless otherwise noted. And the master of counterfeit and deception is satan. If any has the right to flaunt the crown of victory, it is the king james bible. New king james vocabulary test lets see how well you do. In fact the british and foreign bible societies did not omit the apocrypha from their publications of the king james version until 1827. In the united kingdom, this englishlanguage translation is known as the authorized versiona more descriptive title embedded with centuries of history, full of intrigue, intertwined with scenes of book burnings, bloody.
Learn all about the nkjv, where it comes from and how easy it is to read, in our guide to the new king james version bible. Jun 23, 2017 however, there are many who believe that the king james version of the bible is not just one of many translations, but the best bible translation. From the occult, pagan triquetra symbol on the front cover to thomas nelson publishers false claim that. Aletheia meaning in bible new testament greek lexicon. Still today, the best method for purifying metals is to heat them to their melting points, and let gravity separate them.
Walk through the journey of bible translation to understand bible writing and translation. Biblical literature the king james and subsequent versions. The king james version bible kjv was authorized by king james i and is sometimes referred to as the authorized version. Bible verses about truth finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in jesus answered, i am the way and the truth and the life guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are god the one whose walk is blameless, who does what is righteous, who. In the united kingdom, this englishlanguage translation is known as the authorized versiona more descriptive title embedded with centuries of history, full of intrigue, intertwined with scenes of book burnings, bloody violence and sadistic martyrdom. How heartbreaking it is when men who profess to be defenders of the truth will gladly spread lies without proof. Online orders can be placed at truth publications, inc. It was translated by the church of england and was first published in 1611. The most accurate english bible version christian truth center.
Claims that the niv bible has cut 64,000 words, or 45 complete verses, have been around for decades. New king james version bible thomas nelson bibles bestselling. However, the majority of the book of revelation seems to have been translated. Sep 20, 2012 why should i read the oldfashioned king james version and not the helpful new king james version. In light of these facts, and also because the new king james version is the fifth revision of a historic document translated from specific greek texts, the editors decided to retain the traditional text in the body of the new testament and to indicate major critical and majority text variant. Onehundredandthirty respected bible scholars, church leaders, and lay christians worked for seven years with the goal of updating the vocabulary and grammar of the king james version, while preserving the classic style of the of the. And if i go and prepare a place for you, i will come again and receive you to myself.
This year marks the 400th anniversary of the printing of the book commonly known in america as the king james bible. It is a deadly version because its editors have succeeded in deceiving the body of christ on two main points. Changes in the new king james version update the kjvs language and correct. Search and read bible verses using the popular nkjv translation. The new king james version of the bible was translated over a period of seven years and was completed in 1982. King james commissioned 54 of the best hebrew and greek scholars which was later dropped to 47 for the translation of the old testament,new testament, and the apocrypha. Learn about the new king james version bible, find bestselling nkjv bible editions, search nkjv scripture, and find a nkjv bible right for you. Most people believe the new versions are just harmless updating of words and made easier to read nothing could be. It changed thousands of words, ruined valuable verses, and when not agreeing with the king james bible, it has instead copied the perverted niv, nasv or rsv. Known for its accuracy, beauty, and clarity, the nkjv.
It has decidedly affected our language and thought categories, and although produced in england for english. Only the king james version kjv is the most accurate english bible version and true word of god which is not altered by men through their worldly knowledge and wisdom or to fit into their doctrines. It is easy to understand and suitable for devotion as well as in depth study. Cei bookstore is a retail supplier of bibles, books and other religious materials to the athens community as well as individuals and churches nationwide. Counterfeit is the new king james version true to the king james.
The reign of queen elizabeth had succeeded in imposing a high degree of uniformity upon the church. We will now give some special attention to one of the deadliest translations on the marketthe new king james version, first published in 1979. Sadly, some hope to bring contempt upon the kjv by slandering king james. He wrote basilicon doron, which means the kingly gift, to pass this instruction to his son, prince henry. Bible versions the nkjv was commissioned in 1975 by thomas nelson publishers. These two bibles complement one another, as theyre based upon the same greek manuscripts. I being in the way, the lord led me to the house of my masters brethren.
All it does is modernize the words of the king james bible, right. The received text is of the byzantine texttype, whereas most modern versions use an alexandrian texttype such as nestlealand 27 th or ubs 4 th. But the nkjv translators wanted to make necessary corrections in vocabulary and grammar too. Interesting facts about the 1611 king james version of the. Here is the link to make a donation to faithful word baptist church donations processed by word of truth baptist. Every new bible that hits the market attacks the king james bible with the flatout lie that the kjb is too hard to understand. The preface to the new king james version nkjv reads, a special feature of the new king james version is its conformity to the thought flow of the 1611 bible. In fact the british and foreign bible societies did not omit the apocrypha from their publications of. Niv bible is missing 64,000 words, or 45 versestruth. Because of changing conditions, another official revision of the protestant bible in english was needed. I john 1, new king james version nkjv the bible app. However, the failure of the bishops bible to supplant its. Many good study and applicationoriented bibles use the nkjv. The new king james version nkjv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1982 by thomas nelson.
Featuring the wordforword accuracy of the new king james version, the macarthur study bible is perfect for serious study. The commissioning of the king james bible took place in 1604 at the hampton court conference outside of london. What is wrong with the nkjv new king james version truth. Upon the death of queen elizabeth of england in 1603, he ascended to the english throne. However, the failure of the bishops bible to supplant its geneva rival made for a discordant note in the quest. Jesus said to him, i am the way, the truth, and the life. They do not realise that the new king james version is not an updated.
Rudolf fleschs book, the art of plain talk, he makes the following noteworthy statement about the king james bible. The revision was an undertaking led in 1975 by thomas nelson publishers, successors to the british firm that had first published the english revised version 1885, the american standard version 1901 and the. The king james version remains one of the greatest landmarks in the english tongue. His crowning achievement was the commission of the authorized king james version of the bible. However, there are many who believe that the king james version of the bible is not just one of many translations, but the best bible translation. For this post, ill start with the hebrew israelites. The new king james version nkjv has been trusted by millions for over 30 years. What is wrong with the new king james version nkjv. Read the new king james version free online bible study tools. The kjv new testament was translated from the textus receptus. The greatest method of deception is to counterfeit. The new spirit filled life bible in the new king james version.
King james bible old and new testaments kjv annotated. The king james and subsequent versions the king james authorized version. New king james version scripture truth book company. King james believed in the divine right of kings and the monarchs duty to reign according to gods law and the public good. The new king james version is different from most other modern bible versions in that its new testament is based on the received text rather than the modern critical texts. The precious 1611 inspired king james bible love the truth. Of a truth, lord, the kings of assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands, 2 kings 20. King james was learned in many languages greek,latin,french,italian just to name a few. Our mission is to publish material that teaches the revelation of gods word as revealed in the bible. He was also learned in science, and affairs of state.
Roman catholic clerics tried to kill him more than once. King james bible version search and read scripture online. In the africanamerican community, theres always been opposition from black brothers and sisters who call the king james version the white mans bible. What todays christian needs to know about the new king james. Word of truth baptist church the new king james version. This is the number one reason people lay down their king james bible. The way, the truth, and the life let not your heart be troubled.
From the occult, pagan triquetra symbol on the front cover to thomas nelson publishers false claim that the new king james. Nkjv they will have the best of both worlds in one new bible. It changed 64,000 words, ruined valuable verses, and when not agreeing with the king james bible. Nelson initiates the creation of a new bible translationthe new king james version. New king james version nkjv maintains the traditional king james style and accuracy while using uptodate english. King james began to rule his native scotland when he was nineteen years old. The ugly truth about todays bible versions what every christian needs to know. The revision was an undertaking led in 1975 by thomas nelson publishers, successors to the british firm that had first published. The publishers wanted to preserve the beauty and literary style of the original king james version. Gods attitude toward those who would correct his word.